The Michigan Hispanic Collaborative
The Michigan Hispanic Collaborative (MiHC) is a Latina-led organization focused in Southwest Detroit by leaders committed to providing 10-year college to career support to Latino students aged 16-26 and their families. We provide in-person and virtual coaching, resources and experiences in partnership with a strong team of collaborators in tech, education, philanthropy, mental health, government and workforce development.
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Company Information
Latinos are a growing economic power in the broader marketplace but stable pathways to colleges and good-paying professional careers are still out of reach for many, especially in Detroit. Latino annual GDP was estimated at $2.6T nationally and $24B in Michigan in 2018 and Forbes Magazine described the economic and educational might of the Latino population to be the blind spot of the American economy. And yet, Latino-led organizations only receive less than 1% of philanthropic dollars, while we represent 18% of the US population and 8% of the population in Detroit.
Company History
In Michigan, the Hispanic community remains underserved despite being the 2nd largest minority in the State. Today, 40% of Hispanics in Detroit live in poverty. We know that a bachelor’s degree is one of the most important interventions, but only 4% of Hispanics in Detroit are earning bachelor’s degrees. Over the last 40 years, these statistics have not improved.
Equity efforts overlook Hispanic-focused programs: they receive less than 1% of philanthropy funds in the US. When Hispanic-focused organizations do receive support, it is mostly focused on basic needs.
Our model is one of college access and persistence, and ultimately economic empowerment, a distinctive niche in service delivery for the Hispanic community. We have extensive experience working with Hispanic students and families, and proximate leadership that deeply understands their needs.
Equity efforts overlook Hispanic-focused programs: they receive less than 1% of philanthropy funds in the US. When Hispanic-focused organizations do receive support, it is mostly focused on basic needs.
Our model is one of college access and persistence, and ultimately economic empowerment, a distinctive niche in service delivery for the Hispanic community. We have extensive experience working with Hispanic students and families, and proximate leadership that deeply understands their needs.
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